Churches offering concealed-carry weapons training to attract members

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6. That might be debatable. ...

Luke 22:36-38

King James Version (KJV)

36 Then said he unto them, But now, he that hath a purse, let him take it, and likewise his scrip: and he that hath no sword, let him sell his garment, and buy one.

37 For I say unto you, that this that is written must yet be accomplished in me, And he was reckoned among the transgressors: for the things concerning me have an end.

38 And they said, Lord, behold, here are two swords. And he said unto them, It is enough.

And remember the incident involving Simon Peter and his sword.

John 18:10-11
(King James Version KJV)

10 Then Simon Peter having a sword drew it, and smote the high priest's servant, and cut off his right ear. The servant's name was Malchus.

11 Then said Jesus unto Peter, Put up thy sword into the sheath: the cup which my Father hath given me, shall I not drink it?

I interpret these passages to mean that Jesus was not opposed to the use of a weapon for legitimate self defense. Others feel differently.